Associate General Manager Human Resource

Role & responsibilities:

1. Strategic HR & Workforce Planning

• Develop and review manpower norms, organization structures and regional manpower plans in line with business requirements.
• Prepare and monitor HR Annual Business Plans, manpower budgets and workforce costs.
• Ensure effective implementation of HR policies, processes and digital HR initiatives across locations.

2. Talent Acquisition & Employee Lifecycle

• Ensure adequate manpower at all levels and timely closure of open positions within defined TAT/SLA.
• Partner with Talent Acquisition teams to drive cost-effective recruitment and workforce utilization.
• Oversee onboarding, induction, internal transfers, deputations and early-stage employee engagement.
• Drive initiatives to improve employee retention and reduce early attrition.

3. Talent Management & Capability Development

• Drive Performance Management (PMS) including goal setting, reviews and annual appraisals.
• Identify critical roles, High-Potential employees and succession requirements.
• Develop Individual Development Plans (IDPs) and competency-building initiatives.
• Identify training needs and partner with L&D teams for functional and behavioral development programs.

4. Employee Engagement & Culture

• Drive employee engagement initiatives, HR Connects, Town Halls and employee feedback mechanisms.
• Strengthen employee communication, recognition, engagement and retention.
• Build a positive, inclusive and high-performance work culture.

5. Industrial & Employee Relations

• Manage Industrial Relations, Employee Relations and Trade Union relationships across locations.
• Lead wage settlements and negotiations with unions and employee representatives.
• Handle grievances, disciplinary matters, misconduct and absconding cases.
• Maintain a harmonious work environment and ensure continuity of operations.

6. Statutory Compliance & HR Operations

• Ensure compliance with applicable labour laws, statutory requirements and regulatory timelines.
• Manage end-to-end employee lifecycle including attendance, leave, transfers, separation and Full & Final settlements.
• Ensure effective grievance redressal and timely resolution of employee concerns.
• Drive HR MIS, dashboards and analytics to support business decision-making.

Preferred candidate profile

• MBA/PGDM in Human Resources / Personnel Management preferred.
• 15-20 years of relevant HR experience, preferably in manufacturing, industrial, infrastructure or multi-location environments.
• Strong experience in Industrial Relations, Employee Relations, HR Operations and HR Business Partnering.
• Strong leadership, negotiation, communication and stakeholder management skills.